Today’s open discussion thread, complete with your daily dose of Philadelphia Flyers-related news and notes…
*Ahh, that was a fun game yesterday. Recaps of the Flyers’ rout of the Islanders from BSH, CSN Philly, and Lighthouse Hockey.
*It was pretty clear from the start of yesterday’s game that Captain G was intent on showing the rest of his team how it’s done. And he did. (Philly.com)
*If you were forced to watch the MSG broadcast of the Flyers-Isles game you probably caught Howie Rose disparage Philadelphia’s most beloved mascot. No, not Hip Hop. (BSH)
*They beat the lowly Isles, sure, but are the Flyers just not that good this year? (Flyers Faithful)
*Hey, anyone wondering what the legendary Jim Watson is up to? (Flyers)
*Thankfully, it looks like the player who suffered a seizure during the Phantoms’ game Sunday is going to be okay. (Mass Live)
*A mild media controversy is brewing in the AHL after a beat writer allegedly fabricated quotes he attributed to Phantoms coach Terry Murray and goalie Brian Boucher. (Rink Report)
*There are blown calls in the NHL, and then there are BLOWN CALLS. This is the latter. (SB Nation)
*Finally, hockey and the internet’s latest meme have collided. (Puck Daddy)